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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsChristopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage
Christopher WardC65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage
MSRP $1,615
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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch

Owners widely report the CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch as very hard-wearing, with good seconds hand alignment and perfect bezel alignment with crisp action. The lume is described as pretty good despite fauxtina, and the watch gains approximately 3 seconds per month. Some owners consider the CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch overpriced, while others appreciate its bombproof, toolish design and military heritage.

Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage

Owners widely praise the buttery winding action of the Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage. Reviewers note its pilot watch aesthetics, including a 41mm case and double-digit minute markers, and the use of a chronometer-certified Sellita SW200 movement. One owner reported good timekeeping, with the case, bezel, and crystal remaining pristine despite significant bracelet wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage highly for its smooth winding action and robust case finishing.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage43.7mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage38h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage150m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage$1,615

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
41mm
43.7mm
Thickness
12mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
43.7mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch (SF300-87)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SLN Grade X1 BL C1

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW200
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$1,615
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